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Admission procedure

A clear, step-by-step guide to joining The Catholic University of Cameroon, Bamenda — from preparing your documents to your first day on campus.

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STEP 01

Prepare your documents

Gather certified copies of your academic transcripts (GCE A-Level, Baccalauréat, HND, Bachelor's, or equivalent), a valid national ID card or birth certificate, and two recent passport-size photographs. Postgraduate applicants should also have a CV, a statement of purpose, and two academic recommendation letters ready.

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STEP 02

Submit your application

Complete the online application form on the CATUC admissions portal, selecting the School and programme you wish to join. Upload your supporting documents in the requested formats. On submission, you will receive a unique Applicant ID by email — keep this safe, you will need it for the next step.

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STEP 03

Pay the application fee

Using your Applicant ID as the payment reference, settle the non-refundable application fee through any of the official CATUC Bamenda bank accounts listed on the admissions page.

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STEP 04

Interview & evaluation

Selected programmes (notably Medicine, Nursing, Engineering, and postgraduate studies) invite shortlisted candidates for a written or oral interview. You will be notified by email and SMS with the date, venue, and what to bring. All other programmes are evaluated on the strength of the submitted file.

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STEP 05

Receive your admission decision

Our admissions team responds to enquiries within two working days. You can track the status of your file from your applicant dashboard, contact your School directly for academic guidance, and visit campus for a guided tour at any point. We are committed to helping every prospective student make an informed, confident decision about their studies at CATUC.

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STEP 06

Register and join CATUC

Confirm your place by paying the first tuition instalment, completing online registration, and reporting to campus for orientation at the start of the academic session. The admissions office will guide you through enrolment, ID issuance, and your School's welcome programme.

WHAT TO EXPECT

A supportive, transparent process

Our admissions team responds to enquiries within two working days. You can track the status of your file from your applicant dashboard, contact your School directly for academic guidance, and visit campus for a guided tour at any point. We are committed to helping every prospective student make an informed, confident decision about their studies at CATUC.